Leckerstone Strip

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Leckerstone Strip

Junction of Hunt Place and Katrine Drive
Junction of Hunt Place and Katrine Drive Credit: Rod Allday

Leckerstone Strip is a picturesque woodland located in Fife, Scotland. This enchanting forest is nestled amidst the scenic landscape of the region, offering visitors a tranquil retreat away from the bustling city life.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Leckerstone Strip is known for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, beech, and pine. The rich variety of flora and fauna found here provides a haven for wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the dense forest, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths provide an opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural surroundings, with occasional clearings offering scenic viewpoints and picnic spots.

Leckerstone Strip also boasts a small stream that meanders through the woodland, adding to its charm and providing a soothing ambiance. The sound of trickling water combined with the gentle rustling of leaves creates a serene atmosphere that further enhances the overall experience.

The forest is easily accessible, with a car park located nearby for visitors' convenience. It is advised to wear appropriate footwear and clothing, as some sections of the trails can be uneven or muddy, especially after rainfall.

Overall, Leckerstone Strip in Fife is a captivating woodland that offers a peaceful escape into nature. Its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it an ideal destination for those seeking solace and a deeper connection with the natural world.

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Leckerstone Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.047812/-3.4719761 or Grid Reference NT0884. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Junction of Hunt Place and Katrine Drive
Junction of Hunt Place and Katrine Drive
Field on the east side of Waggon Road Looking towards Dunfermline.
Field on the east side of Waggon Road
Looking towards Dunfermline.
Crossford Burn east of Waggon Road
Crossford Burn east of Waggon Road
A985 eastbound
A985 eastbound
Railway bridge over the A985
Railway bridge over the A985
View towards Dunfermline
View towards Dunfermline
Waggon Road Approaching a bridge carrying the railway from Dunfermline to Alloa via Kincardine, criminally underused.
Waggon Road
Approaching a bridge carrying the railway from Dunfermline to Alloa via Kincardine, criminally underused.
A985 near Gellet Without the windscreen view of the railway bridge that carried a line down to Limekilns on the Firth of Forth.
A985 near Gellet
Without the windscreen view of the railway bridge that carried a line down to Limekilns on the Firth of Forth.
Stubble near Gellet
Stubble near Gellet
B9165, south of Dunfermline
B9165, south of Dunfermline
Stubble, Brucehaven
Stubble, Brucehaven
Brucehaven The Fife Coastal path emerges here as part of the awkward bypassing of Rosyth Dockyard.
Brucehaven
The Fife Coastal path emerges here as part of the awkward bypassing of Rosyth Dockyard.
Rosyth barracks, HMS Caledonia
Rosyth barracks, HMS Caledonia
A field of Grain at Brucehaven Bounded by Fossackiehill Plantation.
A field of Grain at Brucehaven
Bounded by Fossackiehill Plantation.
A field of Grain at Brucehaven Beside Douglasbank Cemetery.
A field of Grain at Brucehaven
Beside Douglasbank Cemetery.
Farm track leading to Blackhall
Farm track leading to Blackhall
Limekilns Much of Limekilns is squeezed between the north bank of the Forth and the wooded escarpment behind it.
Limekilns
Much of Limekilns is squeezed between the north bank of the Forth and the wooded escarpment behind it.
Limekilns Harbour Looking west, the cranes at Crombie depot just visible on the horizon.
Limekilns Harbour
Looking west, the cranes at Crombie depot just visible on the horizon.
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Leckerstone Strip is located at Grid Ref: NT0884 (Lat: 56.047812, Lng: -3.4719761)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

What 3 Words

///organ.pines.insert. Near Limekilns, Fife

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.047812,-3.4719761
Bus Stop
Leckerstone Farm
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Lit: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 6500D9252
Naptan NaptanCode: 34398782
Passenger Information Display: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 56.0482003/-3.4664102
Bus Stop
Leckerstone Farm
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Lit: no
Passenger Information Display: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 56.0478108/-3.4663838
Man Made: storage_tank
Lat/Long: 56.0482795/-3.469156
Man Made: storage_tank
Lat/Long: 56.0481975/-3.469205
Man Made: storage_tank
Lat/Long: 56.0487235/-3.4684779
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0467127/-3.466313
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0472296/-3.4652648
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.0477633/-3.464222
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